Sustainability: Page 73
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The food and beverage industry need to focus on water footprint and sustainability
As the industry continues to grow at quite a clip, new efforts in sustainability may be as good for a company's bottom line as they are for the Earth.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Dec. 5, 2012 -
Mexico proposes a new tax on... chewing gum?
The political party about to take power in Mexico has proposed a fairly stringent tax on chewing gum to "clean up the streets."
By Jeremy Peterseil • Dec. 3, 2012 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Annual report identifies current trends in food industry
"Green" becomes mandatory, collaborative innovation reigns supreme and companies are looking for more bang for their buck than ever before.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Dec. 1, 2012 -
A new report warns of U.S. corn's decline
U.S. corn dominance is at risk thanks to high prices and increased international competition.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 27, 2012 -
A new company proves food waste can be a sustainable resource
A Baltimore firm has created the largest food waste collection business and it's turning it all into compost for local farms.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 25, 2012 -
Westland/Hallmark reach landmark settlement for historic 2008 recall
After a stunning and high profile food meat recall in 2008, the company responsible has finally agreed to a settlement.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 18, 2012 -
U.S. beverage industry launch pilot recycling program
The American Beverage Association celebrates America Recycles Day with a new recycling initiative in Florida.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 17, 2012 -
Campbell's plans to fund Ohio's first biogas powerplant
Campbell's Soups will soon do more than please consumers; they could fuel a whole town.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 16, 2012 -
France passes a new tax on excess oil
The French senate passed the "Nutella tax" despite outcry from the food industry.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 15, 2012 -
Walmart shifts focus towards sustainability
New initiatives by the company seek to increase their sustainable image amongst consumers.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 12, 2012 -
USDA plans to require periodic inspections for organic foods
Since the beginning of organic regulations in 2002, the USDA has planned updates to its policies.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 11, 2012 -
Drought worsens, threatens winter wheat production
The record breaking drought continues in most of the U.S. with Kansas one of the worst hit.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 9, 2012 -
Retailers bring seafood sustainability into the spotlight
While most experts agree that the average consumer cares little about seafood sustainability, retails are beginning to educate the public at the point of sale.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 6, 2012 -
This summer's drought will affect prices through 2013
The U.S. Government warns of a dwindling supply and higher prices due to this summer's historic drought in the Midwest.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 6, 2012 -
FSA urges farmers to report losses incurred during Hurricane Sandy
The FSA says it might be able to help farmers with costs resulting from damage by Hurricane Sandy.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 5, 2012 -
Hershey faces lawsuit over alleged labor abuses in Africa
After pledging to use 100% certified cocoa by 2020, a new lawsuit alleges child labor abuse in Hershey's African cocoa production.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 2, 2012 -
Food production may cause a third of total greenhouse gas emissions
A new study shows food production may be the single largest emitter of greenhouse gasses.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 2, 2012 -
U.S. berry production continues to grow
According to new data, U.S. berry production maintained its steady annual growth this year and will continue to do so for the next few years.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 2, 2012 -
Coca-Cola lends a hand to those in need after Sandy
The company has pledged $1 million to bolster local relief efforts.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Nov. 1, 2012 -
Mars leads the charge for U.S. sugar reform
As part of a coalition of candy manufacturers, Mars has been pumping a lot of money into lobbying efforts to repeal current U.S. sugar policy.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Oct. 31, 2012 -
Report names Dole Food as leader for worker equity policies
The report, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation praised Dole for anti-discrimination policies and other initiatives.
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 30, 2012 -
Coca-Cola unveils new sustainability plan in Europe
A new initiative will try to utilize more recycled material while encouraging consumers to recycle more.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Oct. 29, 2012 -
New online tools will help measure a company's sustainability
A new serious of online tools will help measure a company's production sustainability through rigorous scientific tests.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Oct. 28, 2012 -
House of Representatives set to vote on the farm bill after the election
The majority leader has promised to bring the bill onto the floor right after the election, nearly a month after the last farm bill expired.
By Jeremy Peterseil • Oct. 26, 2012 -
Novelis Opens Asia's Largest Beverage Can Recycling Operation
Novelis, the global leader in aluminum recycling and rolling, today announced the opening of an aluminum recycling and casting center at its Yeongju, South Korea, facility. The new operation is the largest aluminum beverage can recycling center in Asia. The Yeongju recycling center ...
By Sean Griffey • Oct. 25, 2012
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